3 Week Alpine Academy - Snowboard

Welcome to our NEW Alpine Academy. A three-week, two-hour lesson ideal for snowboarders ages 7-14 with a few lessons under their belt. Alpine Academy offers a deep dive into technique and performance. Perfect for those who thrive in a focused group setting.

Participants must be at least a Level 3 Rider to join Alpine Academy. Unsure of your ability, check out our levels listed below:

Snowboarding Level 1
• You have little to no snowboarding experience.
• You are not yet comfortable with snowboard equipment or basic techniques.
• You want to learn the basics: how to stop, balance, and control your speed on gentle slopes.
• You haven't tried snowboarding or have only snowboarded a couple of times.
• You will be practicing on bunny hills using the magic carpet and tow rope.

Snowboarding Level 2
• You are comfortable snowboarding on the bunny hills using the magic carpet and tow rope.
• You can perform a heel side pendulum, maintaining control while moving side to side on your heel edge.
• You are looking to start using your toe edge and begin working on C-turns.
• You want to gain more confidence on slightly steeper terrain and prepare to move to green runs.
• You have some snowboarding experience but still need more practice with the basics.

Snowboarding Level 3
• You are comfortable using both your heel and toe edges.
• You can do C-turns and are looking to start linking them into S-turns.
• You are comfortable using the chairlift and T-bar.
• You feel confident on green runs and have started exploring some blue runs.
• You are looking to develop a more fluid snowboarding style and tackle more challenging terrain.

Snowboarding Level 4
• You are comfortable snowboarding on all blue runs and have tried some black diamond runs.
• You can consistently perform S-turns with control and confidence.
• You can handle varied terrain and are looking to refine your technique on steeper slopes.
• You are comfortable using all types of lifts, including the chairlift and T-bar.
• You have significant snowboarding experience and are looking to push your abilities on more advanced terrain.

Snowboarding Level 5
• You are an advanced snowboarder, comfortable on all types of terrain, including black diamond and off-piste runs.
• You can ride at high speeds and handle steep slopes and varied snow conditions with ease.
• You are looking to improve your performance with advanced techniques such as carving, jumping, and freestyle maneuvers.
• You have extensive snowboarding experience and are seeking to challenge yourself and perfect your skills.